Dave – The Practical House Painting Guide

Bathroom Vanity

December 4, 2012

I have a bathroom vanity I want to paint, but not sure what to do to prep it, or what type of paint to use? The vanity appears to be particle board covered with a laminate finish to make it smooth. Thanks for replies in advance.

Gun Stock

January 25, 2012

What is a good and hard clear finish for a soft wood gun stock? The wood is so soft you can dent it with a finger nail very easy. Thanks for any help.

Dark Touch Up Spots

January 23, 2012

I have a small wall in a hallway that was painted one year ago with an interior acrylic latex flat enamel paint. I used the same can that the contractor left me to cover a few scuffs and scratches. I used a roller and mixed the paint well. The areas

How can I unthicken house paint that has thickened in the can?

February 19, 2011

The paint I had in our house thickened over the winter and I want to know if there is a product that can un-thicken it?

Metal flake in clear finish paint over paving paint.

January 17, 2011

I have a bag of metal flakes like you see on bikes, boat or car finishes. Can I use a paving paint on my concrete floor and then add the metal flakes to a clear finish paint to give the floor a sparkle finish. What brands of paving paint or